The
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global
environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda,
promotes the coherent implementation of
the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. UNEP implements
legislative mandates of the United Nations Environment Assembly and the United Nations General Assembly, ensuring coherent delivery of its programme of work. Its mandate
includes coordinating the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of the
governments and the international community for action. This position is located at UNEP Headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya, in the Regional Support Office (RSO), which reports to the UNEP Deputy Executive Director. Under the direct supervision of the Director of RSO, the incumbent will be responsible for the following:
the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. UNEP implements
legislative mandates of the United Nations Environment Assembly and the United Nations General Assembly, ensuring coherent delivery of its programme of work. Its mandate
includes coordinating the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of the
governments and the international community for action. This position is located at UNEP Headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya, in the Regional Support Office (RSO), which reports to the UNEP Deputy Executive Director. Under the direct supervision of the Director of RSO, the incumbent will be responsible for the following:
The
Programme Officer will be responsible for the following duties:
1. Assists the Director of the Regional Support Office (RSO) in the implementation of the Office’s work plan in support of the Deputy Executive Director, and UNEP regional offices.
2. Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of assigned programmes/projects, etc.; monitors and analyzes programme/project development and implementation; reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and proposes corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; identifies and tracks follow-up actions.
3. Performs consulting assignments, in collaboration with the client, by planning facilitating workshops, through other interactive sessions and assisting in developing the action plan the client will use to manage the change.
Researches, analyzes and presents information gathered from diverse sources.
4. Assists in policy development, including the review and analysis of issues and trends, preparation of impact evaluation or equivalent studies, etc.
5. Prepares various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc.
6. Provides substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc., to include proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations, etc.
7. Undertakes outreach activities; conducts training workshops, seminars, etc.; makes presentations on assigned topics/activities.
8. Coordinates activities related to budget and funding (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and prepares related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, budget, etc.).
9. Performs other duties as required.
1. Assists the Director of the Regional Support Office (RSO) in the implementation of the Office’s work plan in support of the Deputy Executive Director, and UNEP regional offices.
2. Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of assigned programmes/projects, etc.; monitors and analyzes programme/project development and implementation; reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and proposes corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; identifies and tracks follow-up actions.
3. Performs consulting assignments, in collaboration with the client, by planning facilitating workshops, through other interactive sessions and assisting in developing the action plan the client will use to manage the change.
Researches, analyzes and presents information gathered from diverse sources.
4. Assists in policy development, including the review and analysis of issues and trends, preparation of impact evaluation or equivalent studies, etc.
5. Prepares various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc.
6. Provides substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc., to include proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations, etc.
7. Undertakes outreach activities; conducts training workshops, seminars, etc.; makes presentations on assigned topics/activities.
8. Coordinates activities related to budget and funding (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and prepares related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, budget, etc.).
9. Performs other duties as required.
Professionalism:
Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches
relevant to environmental sustainability, and programme planning and
implementation. Proven ability in policy developments related to
sustainable development and the post-2015 agenda. Proven ability to
communicate clearly links between the Organization’s strategy and
the goals of the Regional Support Office and UNEP regional offices.
Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent
research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in
the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on
the internet, intranet and other databases. Takes responsibility for
incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal
participation of women and men in all areas of work.
Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda.
Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda.
Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
Advanced
university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in international
relations, environmental policy/science, business administration,
project planning and management, or related disciplines. A
first-level university degree in combination with qualifying
experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university
degree.
A
minimum of five years (5) of progressively responsible experience in
inter-governmental and inter-agency activities related to
sustainable development, programme planning or related area at the
international and or regional level. Qualifying years of experience
are calculated following the receipt of the first level university
degree recognized by the United Nations.
English
and French are the working languages of the United Nations
Secretariat. For the advertised post, fluency in oral and
written English is required. Knowledge of other UN official
languages is an advantage.
Evaluation
of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may
be
followed by competency-based interview.
followed by competency-based interview.
Job
openings posted on the Careers Portal are taken off at midnight (New
York time) on the deadline date.
Applications are automatically pre-screened according to the published evaluation criteria of the job opening on the basis of the information provided by applicants. Applications cannot be amended following submission and incomplete applications shall not be considered. The selected candidate will be subject to a reference checking process to verify the information provided in the application.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the At-a-Glance on "The Application Process" and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” on the upper right side of the browser on Inspira.
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
Applications are automatically pre-screened according to the published evaluation criteria of the job opening on the basis of the information provided by applicants. Applications cannot be amended following submission and incomplete applications shall not be considered. The selected candidate will be subject to a reference checking process to verify the information provided in the application.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the At-a-Glance on "The Application Process" and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” on the upper right side of the browser on Inspira.
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
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